Electrolux ERC38800WS User manual

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ERC38800WS

We were thinking of you
when we made this product

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Welcome to the world of Electrolux
Thank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will
provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. The Electrolux ambition is to offer
a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable. You find
some examples on the cover in this manual. Please take a few minutes to study
this manual so that you can take advantage of the benefits of your new machine.
We promise that it will provide a superior User Experience delivering
Ease-of-Mind. Good luck!

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Safety instructions
Your new Wine cooler may have other functions compared to your previous one.
Carefully read these instructions to learn how the appliance works and how to
care for it. Keep the instruction booklet. It will come in handy if you later sell the
cabinet or give it to somebody else.
These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you
understand them all before installing or using the appliance. Your safety is of
paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings or warnings
contact the Customer Care Department.
For the User
· The cabinet is intended for keeping
beverages in a normal household as
explained in this instruction booklet.
· Do not keep explosive gases or
liquids in the refrigerator. They may
explode and cause injury and material
damage.
· Do not let sharp objects come into
contact with the refrigerating system
on the back of and inside the cabinet.
If the refrigerating system is punctured,
the cabinet will be damaged and
foodstuff inside may spoil.
· The cabinet is heavy. The edges
and projecting parts of the cabinet
may be sharp. Be careful when moving
the cabinet and always use gloves.
Child Safety
· Pay attention so that small children
do not gain access to the operating
controls or the inside of the cabinet.
Scrapping old cabinets
T
he symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product
may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of
this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.

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Contents
Safety instructions 4...............
Scrapping old cabinets 4...........
Contents 5.......................
USE 6...........................
Control Panel 6...................
To start the wine cooler and set
the correct temperature 7.......
Temperature inside the wine cooler 7.
Wine Placement
Storage tips 7.................
Measuring the temperature 8........
Switching off 8....................
Alarms and other features 8.........
Lighting 8........................
Cabinet interior 9..................
HINT and TIPS 9..................
Saving energy 9...................
Food Storage 9...................
Protect the environment 9..........
MAINTENANCE and CLEANING 10..
Removing the ventilation grille 10....
Cleaning 10......................
To change the lamp 11.............
Defrosting the wine cooler 11........
When the appliance is not in use 11..
SOMETHING NOT WORKING 11....
Technical specification 13.......
INSTALLATION 13.................
Electrical cord 13..................
Unpacking 14.....................
Remove the transport supports 14...
Cleaning 14......................
Electrical connection 14............
Installing the cabinet 14............
Door Reversal 16..................
Guarantee/Customer Service 17.....
EUROPEAN GUARANTEE 19.......

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USE
Position and clean the cabinet as
explained in the section "Installation".
Check that the drain hose at the rear
of the cabinet discharges into the drip
tray.
Beforeinsertingthepowerplugintothe
outlet and switching on the cabinet for
the first time, leave it standing upright
for about 4 hours. Otherwise the
compressormaysustaindamage.This
time will allow the oil sufficient time to
return to the compressor.
Control Panel
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A BCDEF
A. Wine cooler power switch
Switches the wine cooler on and off.
B. Temperature display
Shows the average temperature in the
middle of the wine cooler.
C. Temperature adjustment
buttons/thermostat
Used to set the temperature.
D. Lighting
E. Alarm shut-off button
Used to turn the audible alarm off.
F. Red warning lamp
Flashes when the alarm in the cabinet
has been triggered.

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To start the wine cooler and set
the correct temperature
Switching on:
Switch on the wine cooler by pressing
the power switch.
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Setting the temperature
Press the buttons until the desired
temperature flashes in the temperature
display (The temperature can be set
between +6°C and +17°C.)
"+" raises the temperature.
"-" lowers the temperature.
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Once set, the temperature display
shows the current temperature inside
the cabinet.
NOTE: The controllable area is limited
by a room temperature of 17°C or
below.
Allow the cabinet to run for a period of
24 hours whenever the temperature
setting is changed. This will allow the
temperature to stabilise inside the
cabinet.
It is not necessary to reset the
temperature when the cabinet is
switched on after it has been out of
use. The thermostat recalls the
previously set temperature.
Temperature inside the wine
cooler
NOTE: The picture shows the coldest
and warmest places inside the fridge.
(+ warm, - cold)
+
+
+
-
+
-
Wine Placement
Storage tips
The amount of time to store wine
depends on its maturity, type of grape,
alcohol content, and dissolved
fructose and tannins. When purc-
hasing your wine, find out whether it is
mature or if it will improve over time.
In the lower part of the cooler. Cold air
prolongs the time to maturity. Accord-
ingly, store old and mature wine as well
as wine you would like to store for a
long time in the lower portion of the
cooler. The lower part should also be
usedtostorewinethatistobeserved
cold.
In the upper part of the cooler. In the
upperpart,storewinethatyouwishto
let further mature, wines that are
served at a warmer temperature, and
those wines you intend to consume
relatively soon.

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Store the bottles lying down so that
the corks do not dry out.
Store the wine in the dark. The cooler
doors are made with double-paned
glass with a dark coating. This will
protect the wine against light damage
if the cooler is placed in a well-lit area.
Avoid turning on the light in the cooler
too often or for too long. The wine
should be stored in the dark.
Handle the bottles with care, so that
the wine is not agitated.
Heed any advice and recommenda-
tions given at the time of purchase or
in the professional literature concern-
ing the wine's quality, durability and
optimal storage temperature.
Recommended storage temperatures:
- for white wines +10 to +12°C
- for rosé wines and light red wines
+12to+16°C
- for champagne and sparkling wines
+6 to +8°C
If you stack several bottles on top of
one another, make sure they do not
touch the cabinet's cooling plate.
Measuring the temperature
If the temperature is measured using a
standard, single thermometer, this
should be put in a glass of water
centrally placed inside the cabinet.
This will reflect the temperature inside
the food products. Do not place the
thermometer hanging or lying directly
on the shelf.
Switching off
Switch off the cabinet by pressing the
power switch.
Keep the button pressed for approx. 1
second.
Power to the cabinet is completely
interrupted only when the power plug
is disconnected.
Alarms and other features
Door open alarm
If the fridge door remains open for
more than 5 minutes, the red warning
lamp starts flashing and an audible
alarm sounds.
To switch off the alarm:
Press the "alarm shut-off button". The
red warning lamp goes out when the
door is closed.
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Lighting
The cooler lighting may be turned on
with the door closed. This makes it
easy to survey the contents of the
cooler without opening the door. The
cooler lighting should normally be off,
so that the wine is not unduly exposed
to light. The lighting turns off auto-
matically after about 5 minutes.
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Cabinet interior
The shelves may be placed flat or at
an angle.
Angle the shelf by placing the front
pegs in a lower set of tracks. You can
store already opened bottles on the
shelf in this position.
The drawer has two moveable
partitions.
HINT and TIPS
Saving energy
·Pay careful attention to where the
cabinet is placed. See the section
"Installation". When installed correctly,
the cabinet will consume less energy.
·Try to avoid keeping the door open
for long periods, or opening the door
too frequently as warm air will enter the
cabinet, and cause the compressor to
switch on unnecessarily often.
·Ensure there are no obstructions
preventing the door from closing
properly.
·It is advisable to periodically clean
the refrigeration system at the back of
the appliance with a duster or vacuum
cleaner.
· Make sure the door gasket is
complete and always clean.
Food Storage
·To obtain the best results from your
appliance, neither hot foods nor liquids
which may evaporate, should be
placed in the larder compartment.
·Avoid buying frozen food if you can
not store it straight away. The use of
an insulated container is advisable.
When you arrive home place the
frozen food in the freezer immediately.
·Ensure that food placed in the
freezer is dated and labelled and used
in date order to ensure that food is
consumed at its best. Remove suspect
food from you refrigerator and clean,
refer to cleaning and maintenance.
Protect the environment
· Hand over the cabinet packaging
and discarded fridges and freezers to a
recycling station. Contact your local
city office or your closest dealer for
more information.
· When cleaning the cabinet, use a
mild washing-up detergent.
· Follow the advice in the section
"Saving energy"
· The door gasket and coolant used in
this cabinet will not harm the ozone
layer.
· All parts in the packaging can be
recycled.
· The cabinet has been designed for
easy dismantling and subsequent
recycling.

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MAINTENANCE and CLEANING
Removing the ventilation grille
The ventilation grille can be removed,
e.g. to wash the grille.
Make sure the door is open when
removing the ventilation grille. Unsnap
the upper edge of the grille by pulling
outward/downward. Then pull the grille
straight out to completely remove it.
Cleaning
Clean the cabinet at regular intervals.
Disconnect the appliance from
electricity supply.
Clean out the drip channel inside the
wine cooler at regular intervals and
ensure that the drip channel is clear at
all times. If blocked carefully clear
using a piece of flexible curtain wire
inserted into the drain outlet to remove
the blockage.
Clean the inside and accessories with
warm water and bicarbonate of soda
(5ml to 0,5 litre water) Rinse and dry
thoroughly.
Regularly check the door seals and
wipe clean to ensure they are clean
and free from debris.
Drawer.
Pull out drawer.
Lift it over the locks in back on the
sliding guides. Tip drawer downwards
and pull it out.
Clean.
Assemble in reverse order.
Clean off the interior wooden details
with a moist rag and mild kitchen
soap. Do not soak the wood.
Wash the outer cabinet with warm
soapy water. Remove the ventilation
grille (see the section "Removing the
ventilation grille") and vacuum-clean
under the cabinet. Once or twice a
year dust the condenser (black grille)
and the compressor at the back of the
appliance, with a brush or vacuum
cleaner, as an accumulation of dust
will affect the performance of the
appliance and cause excessive
electricity consumption.

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When moving the cabinet, lift it by the
front edge to avoid scratching the floo
r
To change the lamp
Before replacing the light bulb,
disconnect the power plug from the
outlet.
Fold the grille backward by
unsnapping the front edge.
Use a bulb of the same type, E14
socket, maximum rating of 25 W.
Defrosting the wine cooler
The wine cooler is defrosted
automatically every time the
compressor stops. Frost formation can
be prevented by:
·not putting warm foodstuff inside
the cabinet.
·avoiding frequently opening the
door or keeping it open too long.
When the appliance is not in use
Disconnect the appliance from
electricity supply.
If the cabinet will be kept on, ask
somebody to check it once in a while
to prevent the food inside from spoiling
in case of a power failure.
Empty all foods and clean the
appliance, leaving the doors ajar to
prevent unpleasant smells.
SOMETHING NOT WORKING
Before contacting your local Service Force Centre check the following point:
Problem Possible cause / Remedy
”” is displayed in the
temperature display.
An error has occurred in measuring the
temperature. Call your service representative.
(The cooling system will continue to keep
food products cold, but temperature
adjustment will not be possible.)

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It is too warm inside the wine
cooler.
Set a lower temperature.
Make sure that the door is completely closed
and that the insulating strip is complete and
clean.
It is too warm inside the wine
cooler.
Set a lower temperature.
Make sure that the door is completely closed
and that the insulating strip is complete and
clean.
It is too cold inside the wine
cooler.
Set a warmer temperature.
There is water on the cooling
plate inside the wine cooler.
This is normal. During automatic defrosting,
frost thaws on the cooling plate.
Water is running inside the
wine cooler.
Clean the water drain and drain hole inside
the wine cooler using e.g. cotton swabs or a
bottle cleaner brush.
Some food products could have been placed
near the rear of the appliance prevetung the
water from running into the drain.
Water comes out on the floor. Place the drain hose at the back of the
cabinet above the drain bowl. See the
chapter "Before using the cabinet the first
time".
The cabinet does not operate
at all. Cooling or interior light
does not operate. No indicator
lamps light.
The cabinet is not switched on.
Power does not reach the cabinet. (Try
connecting another electrical device to the
power outlet.)
Thefusehasblown.
The power plug is not properly connected.
The compressor operates
continuously.
Set a warmer temperature.
Make sure that the door is completely closed
and that the insulating strip is complete and
clean.

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Sound level in cabinet is too
high.
The refrigerating system will always produce
some sounds. A pulsing sound is heard when
coolant is pumped inside the cooling pipes.
A ticking sound from the thermostat can be
heard when the compressor switches on and
off. The sound level varies depending on the
operation of the cabinet.
If you feel the sound level is incorrect:
Make sure the pipes at the back of the
cabinet not touch each other. Carefully bend
them if they do.
If the cushion spacers (between the cabinet
wall and pipes) come loose, put them back in
place again.
Carefully follow the instructions in the chapter
"Installing the cabinet".
Technical specification
Model ERC38800WS
Net capacity Refrigerator l 361
Dimension mm
Height 1800
Width 595
Depth 623
INSTALLATION
Electrical cord
Do not remove the power cord by pulling on its lead, particulary when the
product is being pulled out of its niche.
· Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.
· In the event of damage to the appliance's main cable, only an authorised
service company recommended by the manufacturer or a similarly qualified
person may adjust it in order to avoid shock hazard for the user.

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Unpacking
Unpack the cabinet and check that it
is in good condition and free of any
transport damage. Notify the dealer
immediately of any damage. Hand the
packaging over for recycling. For more
information, contact your local city
office or the dealer.
Do not allow children to play with the
packaging. The plastic film can cause
suffocation.
Remove the transport supports
Removethetapeandthetransport
supports from
· the door sides
·theshelves
Remove the transport support on the
glass shelf by pushing the support
forwardalongtheedgeoftheshelf
until it stops. Take hold of the rear
edge of the glass shelf and pull the
shelf and transport support forward
until the shelf tilts and the transport
support can be removed.
Mounting the handle
Thehandleisincludedinthe
packaging material of the cabinet.
Secure the handle.
Cleaning
Wash the inside of the cabinet using
lukewarm water, a mild washing-up
detergent and a soft cloth. Clean off
the interior wooden details with a moist
rag and mild kitchen soap. Do not
soak the wood.
Electrical connection
Connect the cabinet to a grounded
electrical outlet.
Voltage: 230 V.
Fuse: 10 A.
Refer to the rating plate on the left
inside the cabinet.
Installing the cabinet
Make sure that the power plug is not
squashed or damaged by back of the
product.
· A damaged power plug may
overheat and cause a fire.
Do not place heavy articles or the
product itself on the power cord.
· there is a risk of a short circuit and
fire.
If the power plug socket is loose, do not
insert the power plug.
· there is a risk of electric shock or fire.

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To obtain the best performance from the
cabinet, ensure:
· the cabinet is placed in a dry, cool
place and is not exposed to direct
sunlight.
· the cabinet is not placed close to a
source of heat, e.g. a cooker or
dishwasher.
· the cabinet is level. The cabinet
should not lean against any wall. If
necessary adjust the feet using the
adjustment spanner supplied.
· there is good air circulation around
the cabinet and that the air channels
below and behind the cabinet are not
blocked. The ventilation space above
the cabinet must be at least 4 cm.
The ventilation space can either be
a) directly above the cabinet, or
b) behind and above the top cupboard.
In this case, the space behind the
cupboard must be at least 50 mm deep.
50mm
a
)
b
)
Cabinet is placed at a location whose
ambient temperature corresponds to
the climate classification*, for which
the appliance is designed.
* See on the rating plate on the inside
of the appliance.
The following table shows which
ambient temperature is correct for
each climate classification.
Climate
classifi-
cation
for an ambient
temperature of
+10°C to +32°C
+16°C to +32°C
+18°C to +38°C
+18°C to +43°C
SN
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ST
T
Check that the drain hose at the rear
of the cabinet discharges into the drip
tray.
If the cabinet is placed in a corner and
the side with the hinges facing the
wall, the distance between the wall
and the cabinet must be at least 230
mm to allow the door to open enough
so that the shelves can be removed.
The power plug must be accessible
after installation of the cabinet.

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Door Reversal
1. Close the cabinet and remove the
plug from the electrical socket.
2. Remove the ventilation grille. There
is a part on the grille that can be
removed. Remove and reposition it on
the other side.
3. Put the cabinet on a wooden board
when it is laid down. Later, when
raising the cabinet, it will be easier to
grip under the cabinet thanks to the
board.
4. On the upper part of the cabinet.
Put the hinge pin on the other side.
On the lower part of the cabinet.
Unscrew the hinge. Move the hinge
pin and plastic cover. Secure the hinge
on the other side.
Removeanyplayinthedoorby
adjusting the height of the lower hinge
with the supplied spanner. Secure with
the lock-nut.
5. Raise the cabinet and replace the
ventilation grille.
6. Move the handle.
Unscrew the handle and secure it to
the other side. Press the supplied
plastic plugs into the holes to which
the handle was previously fitted.
7. Put the cabinet in position. Check
that the appliance is level. See the
section "Positioning the cabinet".
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Guarantee/Customer Service
Belgium
DECLARATION OF GUARANTEE TERMS.
Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect may
still occur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, either
during or after the guarantee period. The service life of the appliance will not,
however, be reduced as a result.
This declaration of guarantee terms is based on European Union Directive
99/44/EC and the provisions of the Civil Code. The statutory rights that the
consumer has under this legislation are not affected by this declaration of
guarantee terms.This declaration does not affect the vendor's statutory warranty
to the end user. The appliance is guaranteed within the context of and in
adherence with the following terms:
1. In accordance with provisions laid down in paragraphs 2 to 15, we will
remedy free of charge any defect that occurs within 24 months from the date the
appliance is delivered to the first end user.These guarantee terms do not apply in
the event of use for professional or equivalent purposes.
2. Performing the guarantee means that the appliance is returned to the
condition it was in before the defect occurred. Defective parts are replaced or
repaired. Parts replaced free of charge become our property.
3. So as to avoid more severe damage, the defect must be brought to our
attention immediately.
4. Applying the guarantee is subject to the consumer providing proof of
purchase showing the purchase and/or delivery date.
5. The guarantee will not apply if damage caused to delicate parts, such as
glass (vitreous ceramic), synthetic materials and rubber, is the result of
inappropriate use.
6. The guarantee cannot be called on for minor faults that do not affect the
value or the overall reliability of the appliance.
7. The statutory warranty does not apply when defects are caused by:
· a chemical or electrochemical reaction caused by water,
· abnormal environmental conditions in general,
· unsuitable operating conditions,
· contact with harsh substances.
8. The guarantee does not apply to defects due to transport which have
occurred outside of our responsibility. Nor will the guarantee cover those caused
by inadequate installation or assembly, lack of maintenance or failure to respect
the assembly instructions or directions for use.

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9. Defects that result from repairs or measures carried out by people who are
not qualified or expert or defects that result from the addition of non-original
accessories or spare parts are not covered by the guarantee.
10.Appliances that are easy to transport may be delivered or sent to the
consumer services department. Home repairs are only anticipated for bulky
appliances or built-in appliances.
11.If the appliances are built-in, built-under, fixed or suspended in such a way
that removing and replacing them in the place where they are fitted takes more
than half an hour, the costs that result therefrom will be charged for. Connected
damage caused by these removal and replacement operations will be the
responsibility of the user.
12.If, during the guarantee period, repairing the same defect repeatedly is not
conclusive, or if the repair costs are considered disproportionate, in agreement
with the consumer, the defective appliance may be replaced with another
appliance of the same value.In this event, we reserve the right to ask for a
financial contribution calculated according to the length of time it has been used.
13.A repair under guarantee does not mean that the normal guarantee period
will be extended nor that a new guarantee period begins.
14.We give a twelve month guarantee for repairs, limited to the same defect.
15.Except in the event where liability is legally imposed, this declaration of
guarantee terms excludes any compensation for damage outside the appliance
for which the consumer wishes to assert his rights. In the event of legally
admitted liability, compensation will not exceed the purchase price paid for the
appliance.
These guarantee terms are only valid for appliances purchased and used in
Belgium. For exported appliances, the user must first make sure that they satisfy
the technical conditions (e.g.: voltage, frequency, installation instructions, type of
gas, etc.) for the country concerned and that they can withstand the local
climatic and environmental conditions. For appliances purchased abroad, the
user must first ensure that they meet the qualifications required in Belgium.
Non-essential or requested adjustments are not covered by the guarantee and
are not possible in all cases.
Our consumer services department is always at your disposal, even after the
guarantee period has expired.

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Address for our consumer services department:
Belgium
Electrolux Home Products Belgium ELECTROLUX SERVICE Bergensesteenweg
719 1502 Lembeek
Consumer services
Tel.: [phone]
Fax.: [phone].04.60
E-mail: [e-mail]
Luxembourg
Grand-Duché de Luxembourg ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS Rue de
Bitbourg. 7 L-1273 Luxembourg-Hamm
Consumer services
Tel.: [phone]
Fax.: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
EUROPEAN GUARANTEE
This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at the
back of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or
otherwise by law. If you move from one of these countries to another of the
countries listed, the appliance guarantee will move with you subject to the
following qualifications:-
· The appliance guarantee starts from the date you first purchased the
appliance which will be evidenced by production of a valid purchase document
issued by the seller of the appliance.
· The appliance guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for
labour and parts as exists in your new country of residence for this particular
model or range of appliances.
· The appliance guarantee is personal to the original purchaser of the
appliance and cannot be transferred to another user.
· The appliance is installed and used in accordance with instructions issued by
Electrolux and is only used within the home, i.e. is not used for commercial
purposes.
· The appliance is installed in accordance with all relevant regulations in force
within your new country of residence.
The provisions of this European Guarantee do not affect any of the rights granted
to you by law.

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